COVID-19 Resource Page | Theatre Network of Texas

Copy of Texas Nonprofit Theatres, Inc. COVID-19 Resource Page

Theatre Network of Texas, Inc. (TNT) understands the situation of navigating through a sea of information amidst the COVID-19 crisis.

We have created this Resource Page – specifically to guide you through resources that may help you navigate working through the down time and also creating an action plan for re-opening.

All of these resources are changing and we will attempt to update this page as often as possible.

If you come across a different resource not listed – please reach out to us at info@texastheatres.org and we will do our best at getting the information posted ASAP.

Thank you – TNT Staff.

COVID-19 Bulk Testing Partnerships

TNT has partnered with 4 different companies to offer you options for Bulk COVID-19 Testing. The options below are both PCT and Rapid Tests – some require more upfront purchase but lower price and one is on the approved Actors’ Equity Association list.

TNT wants to make sure your company is being as safe as possible and is happy to offer some bulk options. Contact each company to find out which option is best for your budget.

AnyPlace MD

Bulk pricing varies – starting at $7 per test for 2 Indicaid tests.

CONTACT – sales@ap-md.com – 512.270.5199 – Mention you are a member of Theatre Network of Texas, Inc.

DrugTestingSupplies.com

$10 per test – must purchase 5 boxes (20 tests per box) to receive discount – Rapid Test

https://www.drugtestingsupplies.com/product/rapid-covid-19-antigen-nasal-test-kit-10/

LAB24

30% discount on a purchase of 50 or more kits – PCR

CONTACT – Anthony Console – anthonyc@lab24inc.com – (561) 602-7003 – Mention you are a member of Texas Nonprofit Theatres, Inc.

Lets Get Checked – AEA approved

$9 discount per test

CONTACT – Danny Garcia – dgarcia@letsgetchecked.com – Mention you are a member of Texas Nonprofit Theatres, Inc.

Texas Theatre Town Halls

Previous Texas Theatre Town Hall Recordings

August 4 - To Stream Or Not To Stream?

Theatre Network of Texas, Inc. (TNT) presents another Texas Theatre Town Hall – to help navigate through this pandemic.

Theatres across the state are ready to open but are finding that even with safety measures – they aren’t too sure they are truly ready to open. TNT found several theatres across the state that have streamed a performance with success. At this Town Hall we heard from Craig Boleman with SoloShoe Communications who helped TNT member theatre – MainStage Irving-Las Colinas in Irving stream their production of AN ACT OF GOD. We also had Amy Goodyear with Playhouse 2000 in Kerrville who streamed their production of KING LEAR from the beautiful Cailloux Theatre. Also at this Town Hall we had Sean Foushee with Tickets To The City (TTTC) – Texas Theatre Town Halls sponsor – who talked about how your theatre can stream using TTTC’s new streaming hosting option.

This is a great Town Hall if you are not sure when you might be ready to open up your space.

Watch the Town Hall

Texas Theatre Town Halls are made possible through a partnership with Tickets To The City – your FREE online ticketing source – providing ticketing services for live and virtual events whether LIVE or pre-recorded. Tickets To The City also offers video hosting for online events.

July 16 - The Show Goes On... Outside

Theatre Network of Texas, Inc. (TNT) presents another Texas Theatre Town Hall – The Show Goes On – Outside. A discussion with several theatres across the state who are taking their shows – outside. With more research showing concern over confined spaces in regards to COVID-19 – several theatres in Texas are taking their shows outside.

We have The Point Theatre in Ingram who has an outdoor venue and is presenting shows over the summer. The theatre has 2 spaces – one outdoor theatre and one smaller indoor intimate theatre. Executive Director Sarah Derousseau talked about how they are changing their summer plans and presenting all their shows outside.

The Classics Theatre Project in Dallas doesn’t have a permanent home but has received approval to present James McLure’s LONE STAR outside of the Margo Jones Theatre on the grounds of the Texas State Fair. Artistic Director Joey Folsom talked about how the company made the decision to select the show AND to present outside.

Jason Leyva with the Fort Worth Community Arts Center talked about how they chose to do Edward Albee’s ZOO STORY in the venue’s courtyard. He will also talk about how they planned on ensuring everyones safety.

Even with the Texas Governor’s recent proclamation restricting outside gatherings of 10 or more – TNT wants to pass along to you how you may be able to present in the near future.

Watch the 11am session

Watch the 1pm session

Texas HHS Checklist – Performance Halls

Texas HHS Checklist – Outdoor Events

July 7 - "We're Open and We're Keeping Safe"

“We’re Open and Keeping Safe” – how several theatres in Texas opened shows – safely in the last month.

Featuring panelists from four theatres across the state that opened shows (mostly) without issue in the last month. The theatre representatives will talk about what precautions they took before they opened and how things TRULY happened when the curtain finally went up.

Watch the 11am session

Watch the 1pm session

Texas Theatre Town Halls are generously sponsored by Tickets to the City – your FREE online tickets source for all events. Contact them to prepare to stream your next show or prepare for an online gala. With TicketsToTheCity you can sell tickets to live events AND virtual events whether live or pre-recorded. TicketsToTheCity even offers video hosting for online events.

June 2 - "Ready To Reopen"

This Texas Theatre Town Halls “Ready To Reopen” featured panelists from theatres that have opened or will be reopening soon and what safety measures they’re taking.

Watch the 11am session

Watch the 1pm session

Read the FTC Agreement

Read the Summer Mummers Agreement

Links to Websites mentioned in this Town Hall

May 12 - "How Do I Ask for MORE Money."

The Town Hall Topic this week – Donor Relations during a Pandemic or ‘How Do I Ask for MORE Money’. We know everyone is dealing with having to raise money – how do you do this during a crisis? Do you go back to the initial donors that helped you stay open in April? How do you raise more money when you’re not producing. A panel of Development professionals will discuss what companies are doing in Texas and will give real world examples of what you need to be doing TODAY to retain your donors for the future.

Watch the 11am session

Watch the 1pm session

April 29 - "How Do We Stay Alive During A Pandemic"

The most popular question TNT staff is answering right now is – “what are other theatres doing to prepare to open.” Theatres are past the “how do we stay alive during the pandemic” to “how do we safely gather our audience to do what we do best – Live Theatre?”

In an effort to help answer this question, TNT gathered theatre leaders from different sized member theatres across the state, to talk about what their theatres are doing and what YOU might consider doing once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. Leaders on the virtual panel included organizations with varying differences including staff/no staff, union/non union, city building/own building and theatres with seating capacity ranging from 50 to over 500. The companies discussed what they are doing TODAY to prep – knowing that new information can change the best laid plans in an instant. We will also attempt to address national precautions and trends.

Watch the 11am session

Watch the 1pm session

Texas Theatre Town Halls are generously sponsored by Tickets To The City – your FREE online tickets source for all events. Contact them to prepare to stream your next show or prepare for an online gala. Click the logo for more info.